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Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Royal Whispers

Just as I hear and see the wild birds singing freely each day, I also hear whispers of God's love for me. Sometimes it seems that the more difficult the circumstances of life, the more desperately we need to hear those whispers. The last few months have been very challenging for us as a family as my husband struggles towards wholeness of health. He's been completely unable to work for the last three months but is slowly improving. Thankfully he has a large amount of paid leave he has been able to use. My role, and indeed that of our whole family, has been one of carer - and he has needed a huge amount of care and encouragement.To be totally honest, much of the motivation behind the quilt I have been working on over the last few weeks has come from a desire to be wrapped in luxurious beauty, comfort and an expression of love. I have felt uplifted being surrounded by the rich, glistening colours of threads and fabrics as well the prayers of others and the whispers God has spoken to me in the quiet places, through nature and the words of others. For these reasons I have named this quilt "Royal Whispers".

Their feet and beaks were later embroidered with a little DMC stranded cotton.

Sulky's Sliver thread has found its place again several times in my work this week, as well as more Sulky rayon, 12 Wt cotton Blendables and DMC variegated stranded cotton.Do you also find your quilting choices/motivations reflecting what's happening in your own life at the time?Sharing at Work In Progress Wednesday.

Your beautiful 'Royal Whispers' quilt is a joy to behold as each lovely post reveals a little more of your stitching and of your meditative reflections. Your glorious birds are singing the most harmonious of psalms. As you stitch may you continually hear God's gentle whispers; His still small voice as He gently nudges you towards Him. Take care lovely lady!!

What a challenging and emotionally draining time for both your husband and yourself. In what ways are you seeing an improvement? As you say, challenges like this affect the whole family. Your quilt is so beautiful - I expect the colours alone provide you with some mental rejuvination. I love how you're using the silver thread.

I hit the publish button by mistake. I also wanted to offer my prayers for your family too. I have learned that chronic illness is no fun for anyone. I have been treating Lyme's Disease for 9 months now. I am worn, but I see the toll that it takes on my husbands face too. I have not been able to help him in our fields...yet. I will pray for healing and all of us...

What a gorgeous quilt Karen! The colours are beautiful.It must be very challenging for Jim during this time. He is blessed to have a wonderful supportive network of family and friends. I will continue to pray for him.

So sorry to hear that your husband is struggling with health issues. Hope things continue to improve for him. Pausing to hear the still, small Voice and experience comfort through it will make each stitch on your Royal Whispers mini so dear!

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